2001 Citroen C vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
